Shad St. Paul, LICSW
Compassionate, narrative-informed addiction and trauma support
Details
| Name | Shad St. Paul |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LICSW |
| Based in | Washington |
| Licensed in | Washington |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 14 |
About Shad
Shad St. Paul is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Washington. He focuses on addictions, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, and depression.
Shad uses practical, straightforward methods to help people feel steadier and more in control. He connects a narrative approach with client-centered care. That means he listens for the stories people tell about themselves.
Together they look for alternative ways to interpret events and find new choices.
Background and approach
Shad also draws on cognitive behavioral strategies to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. Dialectical behavior ideas are used to build emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills when feelings run high. Motivational interviewing helps people work through mixed feelings about change.
Across 14 years of practice he has supported people dealing with drug and alcohol addiction, codependency and relationship struggles. He helps with anger, guilt, shame, obsessions and compulsions, and phobias by setting clear, manageable goals and practicing new skills in sessions. Sessions are aimed at practical change.
He works on communication problems, commitment concerns, and questions about life purpose. People leave with steps to try between meetings and a plan to track progress. Shad keeps things direct and respectful.
Meetings are collaborative and paced to each person’s readiness. He provides care in English to people located in Washington and uses online formats when needed.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Anger management among the things Shad works with, alongside the areas below.
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Paranoia
- Phobias
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Shad among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Shad directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Shad directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and skills-based approaches work online
Shad blends narrative work with client-centered and cognitive behavioral ideas to help people make changes online. Narrative Therapy focuses on the stories people tell about their lives and looks for different ways to frame experiences so new choices become possible. Client-centered work prioritizes listening and following the person's pace to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes to see what improves mood and functioning. Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the first sessions. Shad collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. That means trying things out together and adjusting based on what helps most. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make therapy more flexible. Video calls work well for face-to-face conversation and skills practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing, need quick support between appointments, or want a less scheduled way to communicate. These options allow therapy to fit work, family routines, and travel without changing the work itself.Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Shad commonly help with?
He works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like codependency, communication problems, and obsessive-compulsive patterns.
How would you describe his style and approach?
His style is collaborative and practical. He uses Narrative Therapy, client-centered methods, CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to match the work to the problem.
What level of experience does he have?
He has 14 years of clinical experience supporting people with substance use concerns, mood difficulties, and relationship struggles.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a LICSW licensed in Washington and provides services to people located in that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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